I am very Happy to announce that Whitewater the Canoe Centre and tvfreestylers have joined forces to help provide the greatest service to the Thames Valley Kayakers as physically possible. We are both keen to promote the sport and give any advice with kit, technique and places to paddle in the local area. Watch this space for joint projects to provide information and news.

Please visit http://wwtccnews.blogspot.com/2008/07/old-friends-new-new-initiative.html to see the article written by Whitewater the Canoe Centre  

Whitewater the Canoe Centre   is stocked to the rafters with canoeing and kayaking gear and expert staff where else would you want to go? Apart from paddling of course!

Established in 1947, Whitewater the Canoe Centre has grown from a pioneer of glass kayak manufacturer, and become an instantly recognizable retail institution.  Winning retailer of the year in 2000, and winning retailer of the decade 2004 (1994-2004).  Throughout our many years in business our mission statement has stayed the same.  A paddle store for paddlers, run by Paddlers!  The shop moved to its present location in Shepperton marina in 1984, and we have never looked back since. 

Passion for paddling is what motivates us: Flat water, White water, Recreation, Competition, whatever, just as long as we are paddling, rain or shine, Kayaks & Canoes are our life!

Expert advice: All Canoe & Kayaks are good. Our aim is to make sure that you have the best possible boat that most suits your needs and paddling style.

Demo Centre for London & South East:  If you need to make a comparison you can try a Canoe or Kayak to be sure that it is right, on our very own lake!

Service: Skilled staff are on hand all the time, to serve, help, tinker, repair, and fine tune boats and equipment.  

Here at White Water the Canoe Centre we dedicate our lives to the world of paddling, be it open canoes or, kayaks, inflatable kayaks, sit on top’s or specialist boats and equipment, we are here to make your leisure time the best it can be.

We welcome people from all abilities from novice paddler to extreme sports junkie, we can help you get the best.

Because we are situated in Shepperton Marina, we have a demo lake so you can try before you buy, and one of our experts will be on hand to help…

I am very glad of this new partnership and look forward to working with them over the coming years.

Meet the Staff

The Names Behind The Faces.

George Woods: Shop owner since 1987, George first started paddling C1 in the early 80’s competing in slalom events around the UK. He finally made the premier devision in 1992.  Since then George has stopped slalom paddling and turned his attentions to freestyle (Team GB 1995 Pre worlds, 4th place)and River Running. (First C1 descents of many Himalayan rivers)

Mark Gees: The Man behind the paddles, Mark was shop owner back in the early days when the store was formerly called Twickenham Canoe Centre. After many years away from the retail industry, Mark was press ganged into running our very efficient Accounts Department. Mark’s forte is speed, coming from a marathon and sprint background. A former British Team Worlds K2 paddler, Mark is now the senior British Coach and a jolly nice man!

Mike Scutt: The man who can repair your broken bits, and if he can’t, he’ll sell you new stuff.  Mike is a squirt paddler(1st place Hurley weir squirt 2003), river run,expedition paddler.

Pete Scutt: Mikes YOUNGER brother!,  20+ years of paddling experience, and no results to show….(never Mind). Pete has paddled all around the globe leaving his mark, impressing people with his skill and exprience, theres not much Pete can’t do for you!

Chloe Hunter:  Brings a feminine touch to our team! An experienced slalom & Polo paddler. Chloe has the competion edge…  Chloe’s experience is well beyond her young years, having worked with the team since work experience,both on the shop floor and at exibitions. A valuable team member.

pics and text from Whitewater the Canoe Centre

Thanks

Gareth